Eden Boys' School, Bolton

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Bolton, BL13QE Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-18 Boys intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Continue in education or training, Sustained employment

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
64.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 0.45
English & Maths grade 4+ %
60.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 72.1%
Continue in education or training
Not published
Raw: No data published
Sustained employment
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Outstanding

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
23 May 2017
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Wolfenden Street
Bolton, BL13QE
Phone
1204849240
Website
edenboysbolton.com/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140959
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Wolfenden Street, Bolton, BL1 3QE
Website
http://www.edenboysbolton.com/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Boys
Religious character
Muslim
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
STAR ACADEMIES
Capacity
800 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
621
Free School Meals
28.2% (175 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.7% (29 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.4%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
10.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
48.4
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.4
English Attainment 8:
10.0
Maths Attainment 8:
10.0
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
14.0
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.4
Ebacc English:
100.0%
Ebacc Entry:
37.7%
Ebacc Humanities:
96.7%
Ebacc Languages:
88.5%
Ebacc Maths:
100.0%
Ebacc Sciences:
100.0%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
0.45
Progress 8 Range:
0.19 to 0.70

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
72.1 (+20.1 vs average)
EBacc Entry:
37.7 (+18.3 vs average)
Attainment 8:
48.4 (+8.9 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
10.2 (7.3 below average)
Progress 8:
0.45 (+0.6 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
39 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
78
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
621 pupils
11-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Service Teamwork Ambition Respect

Eden Boys’ School, Bolton is a Muslim faith school with Islamic foundations; the principal’s welcome Identifies Islam as the foundation of the educational journey and the school emphasises fostering Islamic values and character within an inclusive community (including interfaith alliances).

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome from Principal Arshad Ashraf, emphasising a nurturing, inclusive Islamic environment, development of character and leadership, and a commitment to high standards and community involvement to prepare students for future leadership roles.

Curriculum Highlights

The Star Curriculum Offers three elements: Educational excellence, Character development, and Service to communities. Element 1: Educational excellence with a knowledge-rich curriculum including English, mathematics, sciences, languages, humanities, arts and technology; delivery aligned with National Curriculum and national examinations; GCSEs, A Levels and vocational courses offered; bespoke routes for some students with SEND. Element 2: Character development through leadership development based on Star’s five foundations (sport, creativity, performing arts, enterprise and careers, charity and social action) delivered mainly through extra-curricular activities and independent study. Element 3: Service to communities linked to Star Citizens, including volunteering with a target of 50 hours per year and opportunities such as placements with charities or community organisations. Communication, Mathematical and Scientific Skills are developed through English Language and Literature, Maths up to GCSE, and Science up to GCSE with a mix of core and higher tier qualifications. Humanities, Faith and Relationships Education include History, Religious Studies, Citizenship (Life Skills) and Geography, with GCSEs in Citizenship and Religious Studies and options to study History or Geography. Technical and Creative Education includes Art & Design, Design Technology, Computer Science, and Creative iMedia; opportunities to study GCSEs or Cambridge National qualifications; emphasis on enrichment and leadership through curriculum.

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